IRISH BELLS! THE DELICIOUSLY SCENTED BELLS OF IRELAND – LITTLE MERMAIDS HIDING IN GREEN BELLS! THESE FLOWERS ARE SUPPOSED TO CARRY GOOD LUCK! SOMETHING THAT LOOKS STRAIGHT OUT OF THE LITTLE MERMAID! BEAUTIFUL BIG FLOWERS AND SO EASY TO GROW!

Bells of Ireland are distinctive and stately plants, grown for their tall, dark green spires, thickly covered by lighter green, bell-shaped leaves. The leaves are so lush, they all but hide the small white or pink flowers that nestle in the centres, sometimes these look like little people! Flowers bloom once during the season, with a pleasant scent.

Bells of Ireland are not native to Ireland. They are native to Syria, Turkey and the Caucuses. Bells of Ireland plants are a lucky symbol, perhaps linking their name to the luck of the Irish. They are also not related to the Molluca Islands, which their botanical name might otherwise suggest.

The spikes of Bells of Ireland are used fresh or in dried arrangements. They are widely used for St. Patrick’s Day arrangements. As a lucky symbol, they are also popular in wedding bouquets and arrangements.

Try these attractive plants in a container on your balcony or deck. They just might bring you luck! Other Names: Shellflowers, Moducella Balm.

MEDIUM SIZED, EASY TO SEE AND HANDLE.

Grow Notes
Prefers full to part sun in well-draining soil.

These plants prefer cooler weather, they aren’t fans of too much heat or humidity. So if you have a hot summer try for morning sun and afternoon shade.

Sow
Sow direct in Winter or chill seeds in the fridge for 1-2 weeks and plant in Spring. Place seeds should on the soil surface and gently press to ensure contact with soil, do not cover as they need light to germinate. Mist water to ensure they aren’t buried by displaced soil.

Keep soil moist, not wet.

Germination
12-21 days at 18-20°C

Maturity
Annual plant grows 2-3 feet tall.